Recently I shared tips to up your water intake as it’s important to me to be conscious about hydration. But drinking plain water all the time gets boring. In an effort to change up my beverage options without making bad decisions, I decided to give kombucha a try. The best part is that I get to support a local Seattle based company while doing so! I’m working with Puget Sound Kombucha Co. in this post to spread the word about their recently launched home delivery service. Keep on reading to find out how I like home delivery!

Kombucha is super popular in the Pacific Northwest but I’m new to it! I’ve learned a lot about the benefits of kombucha just from browsing Puget Sound Kombucha’s website. To be honest, if I knew the benefits I would have totally jumped on this train earlier! Kombucha is high in acetic acid, helps detoxify the body, has a lot of probiotics and enzymes, and more.

I shared in this blog post that I try to stay away from sweetened beverages. Most store bought kombucha has a lot of sugar in it for flavoring and can be high calorie. Puget Sound Kombucha only has 30 calories per bottle and the only flavoring is from tea. This is awesome because usually something with low calories has a catch – artificial sweeteners and chemicals added in.

You can have a 6 or 12 pack delivered weekly (or select a one time delivery) of either one flavor or a sampler pack. They offer green tea, earl grey, black & white blend, and spiced rooibos flavors currently. My favorite flavor is the earl grey, which is not surprising because that’s my favorite type of tea to drink (and my favorite Molly Moon’s flavor). The best way I can describe kombucha to someone who has never tasted it is imagine a tea/citrus-y blend that isn’t overly sweet and is sparkling. Doesn’t that sound delicious?! My boyfriend said it reminds him of a beer that’s healthy for you – so really, what’s not to like?

On the next delivery day, the cooler and bottles will be picked up so that they can be replaced with a fresh batch of kombucha. I like that the packaging is reused so that it’s environmentally friendly. I was also pleasantly surprised at the cost – the 16 oz. bottles are only $2.50 each by ordering to your home.

If you want to try Puget Sound Kombucha Co. and check out home delivery, use the code TINYCUPOFCAKE to get $10 off your first order. (You could get your first 6 pack for only a few dollars, such a good deal.) There’s no catch – you can easily cancel anytime or skip deliveries. Delivery service is for Seattle proper and the surrounding suburbs. I am so glad to see that it services the East side as well! Please let me know how you like it if you try it out.

Disclaimer: I was sent complimentary products but I am not obligated to write this post. I test products thoroughly before deciding whether I want to share them on my blog and as always, the opinions are 100% my own. Thank you for joining me and supporting local businesses!

I feel so lucky to live in an area where a 30 minute drive can bring a complete change of scenery. We can get to the ocean, a beach, a forest, a bustling downtown, and more by driving a few miles. Although I’ve lived in Seattle for several years, I am still exploring new places all the time. Snoqualmie Falls is a popular place to bring out of town visitors but I’ve never been excited to visit myself. However on New Years Day, Jared and I found ourselves wanting to go out and experience something new. I figured Snoqualmie was a perfect spot because it’s such a short drive away. I forgot to check the weather somehow and didn’t realize that it would be snowy… Luckily, the roads weren’t bad at all and we had no problem getting there.

One slight problem. As soon as we got off the highway, the visibility was terrible. We were both nervous that we would get there and not be able to see anything. After a slippery walk to the viewing point, we saw that the paths were all roped off! Then slowly, one group by one started ducking under the rope and walking further on the path. So naturally, we followed. I’m so glad we did because the view was so much better despite the fog. I’m looking forward to coming back when it’s warmer and the visibility is better!

You can tell that the mist from the waterfall and the fog made for a hazy view of everything. You can barely see the Salish Lodge but it was still beautiful! The lodge was still decorated for Christmas so we stopped by. Since it was also (literally) freezing outside, we stayed in the gift shop for a bit to warm up and browse.

Due to the weather, it was a pretty short trip but we still had fun! Afterwards, we drove through Issaquah and stopped at IHOP. Hot coffee and fried foods made for the perfect treat in 30 degree weather.

Remember my life update last month? I wanted to share more personal posts on here and this is a start! I realized there is little benefit in always posting things that are so posed and scripted. Aiming for more balance between that type of posting and more candid, real posts. I’m still going to be doing collaborations with companies sometimes, but I’m definitely learning to say no to certain things. If I don’t like a product or brand, I don’t share it. Hope you will enjoy this semi-new direction I’m taking for 2017!

P.S. If there are any nearby spots around Seattle that would recommend I visit, please let me know!

Two months ago, I moved to a new apartment and to be completely honest my whole living room is still unfurnished. There are still boxes lying around with my old apartment decor because I haven’t felt inspired. Also furniture is so daunting to purchase because it can be expensive! If you get tired of a lamp, it’s pretty easy to swap out. But a couch or a dining table? Relatively more permanent.
For the most part, I’ve stayed away from furniture stores except to look for bedroom furniture. When BoConcept invited me to visit their showroom I was definitely excited as I’ve peeked into the store many times while walking by. I didn’t know what to expect, especially as inexperienced as I am with large furniture purchases. I had such a good time visiting the store that I’m really excited to share my experience with all of you! I met with project manager, Lisa Tapang, who really knows the brand inside and out. She has an amazing eye for design! What I appreciate is her honesty and total willingness to help a customer think creatively and stay within their budget.You will notice that all the furniture is minimalistic in design. Minimalism is so trendy these days, but this furniture is anything but trendy. The pieces are classic and last through the years – quality and style-wise. For someone in their early 20’s and inevitably going to be moving a few more times in the next few years, it’s important to me to invest in furniture that will last through trend changes. I am certain my taste in furniture will change, as well, however simplistic pieces like BoConcept designs are easy to work with. I am also a big fan that most pieces of furniture can be customized to your preferences. Whether it’s adding a headrest and an extra center piece to your sofa or getting your dining table in a white finish rather than wood, there are endless combinations.

The furniture is unique in that pieces are always built with the customer’s needs in mind. Usually, I find that minimalistic furniture means minimal function. At BoConcept, the furniture works hard for you without looking like it all the time. Below, the black square cushion looks like a nice, compact ottoman but it actually folds out into this bed. The media unit below is covered on the front with a felt material. Why? Speakers can be hidden away without the sound being muffled. Genius! Every single piece of furniture just wowed me.
Even if you’re not in the market for furniture, BoConcept also has plenty of decor pieces and accessories for your home. No matter what size your living space is, there is a bit of something here for everyone. Throw pillows, blankets, vases, clocks…you name it. I am loving the marble accent pieces and bits of gold that were all around the showroom. BoConcept is still able to make trendy pieces timeless and not over the top.
I highly recommend anyone who is in search of furniture or accessories to visit the BoConcept store in Bellevue. If you’re not in the area, check out other locations here. The 3D software design service is incredible and will help you envision the pieces in your home. It’s no cost to see the showroom and have a consultation with a member of the team so I really think it’s an awesome spot to visit. I asked Lisa what her philosophy is on investing in furniture, even if you’re just starting out on furnishing your own place. (Let’s be real, some of us are probably more comfortable on an IKEA budget…) Her answer really resonated with me and I completely agree. Furniture that will last you forever because of the superior quality and timeless design is completely worth it. There are a lot more affordable options than you would expect as well. Lisa and the team at BoConcept can work within budgets. For example, Lisa can help you fully furnish a living room and dining room for under $5000. You can bet it’ll look awesome, too.

In the next few weeks, BoConcept is having a sale where you can get awesome discounts on tons of pieces. Some are their bestsellers! Check these things out – you can save up to 40%.